A major mountain rescue drill will take place in the Cagire massif on October 30, simulating the rescue of a seriously injured hiker in a remote area.
Mountain rescue exercise planned in Cagire massif
A significant mountain rescue exercise is set for Friday, October 30, in the Cagire massif in Haute-Garonne. The drill will simulate the rescue of two hikers, one of whom is seriously injured and located in a remote, hard-to-reach area. This scenario is inspired by recent real-life incidents in the region.Rescue teams involved in the exercise
The exercise will be conducted by the Haute-Garonne Mountain Gendarmerie Platoon (PGHM 31), with support from the Republican Security Company (CRS) Mountain Pyrenees, the Mountain SMUR, and the Tarbes Gendarmerie Aerial Section (SAG). These teams will work together to locate, assist, and evacuate the injured hiker from a difficult-to-access location.Objectives of the simulation
The main goal of the exercise is to test the coordination among various mountain rescue services. It will cover the alert and rescue process, the retrieval of a victim from a remote area, and the coordination of services up to the point where the Mountain SMUR takes charge of the injured person.Raising awareness about mountain safety
The exercise also aims to remind hikers and mountain enthusiasts of the risks they may face. Authorities are urging people to prepare properly for their outings and to carry the right equipment. This is especially important as the Pyrenean region enters a period of increased activity, and officials want to prevent unnecessary strain on rescue services.
